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Fan Of TV Serial Killer Dexter Guilty Of Murdering Two Men
A fan of TV serial killer Dexter has been found guilty of murdering two homeless men whose bodies were dismembered and hidden in woodland before he killed his cellmate while awaiting trial..
Burnham And Badenoch Clash Over Prison Early Release Scheme
Andy Burnham insisted prisoners would not be released early in September under plans to ease overcrowding in jails as the Tories demanded emergency legislation and the possible recall of Parliament to address the issue..
Cold Case Squad Haunted By Unsolved Disappearance Of Suzy Lamplugh
Cold case detectives remain “haunted” by the unsolved disappearance of Suzy Lamplugh 40 years on, as the clock ticks down to the case being mothballed in 12 months’ time..
New Technical Education Pathways For 14 Year Olds In Andy Burnham Reforms
New technical education routes will be available to 14-year-olds as Andy Burnham drives reforms to tackle youth unemployment..
Burnham Calls For Cross Party Talks On Social Care Reform
Andy Burnham will seek cross-party talks on social care reform as he faces calls to legislate for a national care service before the next election..
Heat Health Alerts Raised As Fourth Heatwave Of The Summer Looms
Heat health alerts have been upgraded to amber in some areas of England as the fourth heatwave of the year looms and parts of the country struggle with persistent dry weather..
Wildlife Presenter And Goodies Star Bill Oddie Dies Aged 85
Wildlife presenter and Goodies star Bill Oddie has died at the age of 85, his agent has said..
Luke Littler Warns He Can Still Get Better After Retaining World Matchplay Title
Luke Littler warned he can still get better after crushing Gerwyn Price 18-9 to retain his Betfred World Matchplay title in Blackpool..
Burnham To Host Zelensky With Pledge Of Unwavering Support For Ukraine
Andy Burnham said UK support for Ukraine “remains unwavering” ahead of welcoming Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday as his first international visitor since becoming Prime Minister..
Berlin Pride Attack Suspect Shot Dead By Police
A man suspected of carrying out the Berlin Pride attack that left one person dead and 29 injured has been shot dead by police during a confrontation in a suburb of the city..
Anthony Joshua Musters Comeback Win Over Kristian Prenga
AJ gets up off the canvas twice on his return to the ring; planned "Battle of Britain" with Tyson Fury now a step closer .
One Dead 16 Injured In Attack On Berlin Pride
Police appeal for help in tracking down suspect after car drives into crowds at LGBT+ event .
Fifteen Arrested After Violence Breaks Out At Anti Migrant Protest In Glasgow
More than a dozen people have been arrested after violence erupted in Glasgow between anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters..
Lewis Hamilton And Title Leader Kimi Antonelli Hit By Grid Penalties After Norris Takes Pole In Hungary
Lewis Hamilton was dealt a blow in his bid for a record eighth world championship after he was demoted to fifth on the grid for Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix..
Evacuations Continue After Major Incident Declared For Cairngorms Wildfire
Evacuations and smoke advisories have continued after Police Scotland declared a major incident as emergency services battle a wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park..
Shop Numbers Return To Growth After Years Of Decline Say Experts
UK high streets and shopping destinations are showing signs of recovery as more than 13 retail stores opened each week over the past year, according to new figures..
Wildfire Forces Evacuations Of Suburbs In French City Of Bordeaux
Authorities in France have evacuated some suburbs of Bordeaux as a massive wildfire shifted toward the city..
English Gymnast Gabriel Langton Suffers Horrific Fall At Commonwealth Games
A horror injury to England’s Gabriel Langton overshadowed his team’s silver medal in the men’s team gymnastics final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow..
Scottish Government Holds Response Meeting After Cairngorms Wildfire Evacuation
First Minister John Swinney has chaired a meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGoRR) after homes were evacuated amid a wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park..
Firefighters To Continue Tackling Industrial Units Blaze Into Weekend
Firefighters will continue tackling a large industrial unit blaze in Essex into the weekend after a major incident was declared and residents were evacuated..
Local News
Funding boost aims to improve support for children with SEND
Young people with special educational needs across West Sussex are set to benefit from a £5.7 million investment from the Labour government.
Award-winning wildlife artist to host nature-inspired art workshops
Artist Cy Baker is teaming up with Rye Harbour Nature Reserve to host a series of art workshops.
Free webinar to explain how People’s Panel will shape funding
Residents are invited to a free online webinar to learn about the Eastbourne People's Panel.
Rising costs leave businesses facing difficult decisions over jobs
Alison Griffiths MP hosted Nigel Huddleston MP, the Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, in her constituency on Monday, July 6.
Supercar surprise sees former Bentley restorer hit 157mph
A former Bentley restorer took a ride around the famous Goodwood Motor Circuit.
East Sussex College tops student satisfaction rankings for third year
A college has been rated best in the region by its students for the third year in a row.
Town launches its own Year of Culture after national bid setback
Hastings will launch its own Year of Culture in 2028.
I've been a Brighton MP for two years - and here's what I've achieved
This week marks two years since I had the privilege of being elected as the Member of Parliament for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, writes Chris Ward.
Museum to celebrate 150 years of historic railway signal box
Amberley Museum is set to celebrate a major railway anniversary this month.
Aerial photographs capture dramatic beauty of historic lighthouse
These aerial photographs showcase Belle Tout Lighthouse from a perspective few visitors get to experience.
Rare tortoise which is third-largest species in the world is rescued in Sussex
A giant African tortoise has found a new purpose after being taken in by a reptile rescue centre
Countryside Sussex village that takes you back in time perfect for a weekend getaway
Firle is one of Sussex's hidden gems, and a village that is perfect for a getaway this summer. Here is why you should visit.
Live updates as multiple fire crews tackle blaze on South Downs
Multiple fire crews are tackling a blaze on the South Downs between Butts Brow and Eastbourne Downs Golf Club.
Man arrested after crash shuts main road to Gatwick Airport
The collision, which closed the A23 Airport Way near Junction 9A of the M23, occurred at around 1.35pm earlier today (July 11).
Live updates as crash shuts main road to Gatwick Airport causing travel chaos
The A23 Airport Way to Gatwick Airport has been shut following a crash, leaving the M23 Gatwick Spur gridlocked.
Missing woman found dead following police appeal
Sussex Police have said that the body of a woman has been found and has been confirmed as 51-year-old missing Karen, who was believed to be in Eastbourne.
Live updates as road blocked both ways by crash
The B2109 Avis Road is blocked in both directions due to a crash.
Investigation launched after motorcyclist seriously injured in A27 collision
The collision, which involved a motorcycle and a black Mercedes occurred on the A27 at Fontwell at around 6 pm on July 10.
Man fined £40,000 after destroying habitat of protected species
Paul Welch, 40, has been ordered to pay £40,000 after pleading guilty to damaging or destroying a breeding site or resting place of a wild animal of a European protected species, and felling a growing tree without a section 9(1) felling licence.
Man fined £40,000 after destroying habitat of protected species
Paul Welch, 40, has been ordered to pay £40,000 after pleading guilty to damaging or destroying a breeding site or resting place of a wild animal of a European protected species, and felling a growing tree without a section 9(1) felling licence.










































